Lymphoma: Medications

  • Lomustine

    04/01/05, Healthwise

    Lomustine should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

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  • Carmustine

    02/13/04, Healthwise

    Carmustine should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

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  • Chlorambucil

    02/13/07, Healthwise

    Treatment with chlorambucil may increase your risk of developing other forms of cancer. This medication can also affect fertility (your ability to have children), whether you are a man or a woman. Talk to your doctor about your specific risks when us

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  • Nelarabine

    08/10/06, Healthwise

    Nelarabine may cause serious side effects of the central nervous system, such as problems with balance, coordination, or fine motor skills. These symptoms may not go away even after you stop receiving nelarabine. Talk with your doctor if you have con

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  • Cytarabine liposomal

    02/13/04, Healthwise

    Cytarabine liposomal should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

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  • Procarbazine

    04/01/05, Healthwise

    Procarbazine should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

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  • Rituximab

    09/19/07, Healthwise

    Some people receiving a rituximab injection have had a reaction to the infusion (when the medicine is injected into the vein). Tell your caregiver right away if you feel dizzy, weak, nauseated, light-headed, itchy, or if you have a fever, chills, mus

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  • Bexarotene topical

    02/13/04, Healthwise

    The exact way bexarotene works is unknown, but it is believed to inhibit the growth of tumor cells.

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  • Ibritumomab

    03/27/08, Healthwise

    Ibritumomab can lower the blood cells that help your body fight infections. This can make it easier for you to bleed from an injury or get sick from being around others who are ill. Contact your doctor immediately if you develop signs of infection.

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  • Bexarotene

    04/01/05, Healthwise

    Your doctor will want to monitor the levels of lipids (triglycerides and cholesterol) and thyroid hormones in your blood periodically during treatment with bexarotene. Treatment may be necessary if your cholesterol or triglyceride levels become eleva

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